Can't get coolant hose to stop leaking, help

[ylbill]

Ok, I don't whats going on, but I have a leak at the bottom of the short 3-3/4" hose going from the water pump to the thermostat on my 82 and I can not get it to stop leaking. Changed the hose didn't help, tightened it it gets worse. I know this seems very basic and it should be. Not sure if anyone else had the same problem? Any help is much appreciated. Pump inlet looks fine. Thanks!

[So Cal Mark]

sounds like the leak is somewhere else, probably the water pump, and running onto the hose

[ylbill]

sounds like the leak is somewhere else, probably the water pump, and running onto the hose

that's what I was thinking too, but on close inspection with a mirror, wiping the area, it sure looks like it starts from the hose, but I know water can be tough to trace. maybe I just didn't want to hear that it may be the water pump, but your probably right.

[TulsaSpider]

easy job, peace of mind!